When it comes to easy, inexpensive, and healthy meals, chicken thighs are your BFF. This Chicken Thigh Marinade gives you juicy, fully flavored chicken that’s a little sweet and a little spicy (if you so choose), with a bright touch of citrus.
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Chicken thighs are one of the simplest, most satisfying proteins to cook.
- They are forgiving and relatively foolproof. Since they have a slightly higher fat content, it is harder to overcook chicken thighs than it is Baked Chicken Breast or Grilled Chicken Breast.
- Chicken thighs are healthy. They do not deserve the negative reputation as being “less healthy” than chicken breasts. Chicken thighs are an excellent source of lean protein and iron. Plus, thighs contain more calcium, potassium, vitamin B, and vitamin E than chicken breasts.
- They take well to a wide range of seasonings. Chicken thigh meat is inherently richer in taste than chicken breasts, making it ideal for playing around with different flavor profiles. From Asian-inspired recipes (Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken; Sweet and Sour Chicken), to Crockpot Mexican Chicken, to Indian (Slow Cooker Chicken Curry), there’s variation available so you’ll never get bored.
- They are budget-friendly. At the grocery store, chicken thighs cost less per pound than chicken breasts.
- They cook fast. At medium-high heat (about 400 degrees F), boneless, skinless chicken thighs cook in about 8 to 12 minutes. Now that’s speedy!
Simplest, Best Chicken Thigh Marinade
Marinating chicken isn’t mandatory from a health and safety standpoint, but for the best-tasting results, it is best to marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.
After 12 hours, the meat will start to break down, especially if you use citrus juice in the marinade.
A good marinade needs a combination of 5 key elements: salt, spice, sweet, acid, and umami.
Herbs are also a nice addition, but not strictly necessary.
This recipe is a go-to simple chicken thighs marinade when you want to serve chicken thighs as a main dish and want something more spice-forward.
(For those who are afraid of heat, fear not: it’s spiced, but not super spicy; for a less spiced chicken thigh marinade with lemon, check out my classic Chicken Marinade.)
- It hits all the key marinade elements.
- I usually have everything I need to make it on hand.
- The combination of sweet, spicy, and tangy ingredients gives the thighs impressive complexity.
To prepare chicken thighs, simply mix the marinade ingredients together, let the chicken rest in the marinade for 30 minutes or up to 12 hours, then follow my Grilled Chicken Thighs recipe or bake as you please. It’s that simple!
The Ingredients
- Chicken Thighs. The chicken thighs soak up the marinade beautifully, creating flavorful, tender, and mouthwateringly-juicy results.
- Garlic. I used a hefty amount of garlic to really give the chicken a punch of delicious garlic flavor.
- Honey. Naturally sweetens the marinade. The honey will also caramelize during cooking, resulting in a luscious, glaze-like finish.
- Soy Sauce. For that scrumptious umami goodness.
- Dijon. Adds a little tang to the marinade.
- Worcestershire. The perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy. (Also a key ingredient in BBQ Chicken Marinade.)
- Spices. I used a mix of cumin, salt, and cayenne (optional). The combination is rich, earthy, and a little spicy.
- Lime. Both the zest and juice are used in the marinade. It adds freshness, zip, and citrus flavor.
The Directions
- Combine the marinade ingredients.
- Add the chicken, tossing to coat. Marinate chicken for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 12 hours in the refrigerator.
- Cook the chicken on the grill, or bake it in the oven. Let rest for a few minutes. DIG IN!
Storage Tips
- To Store. Refrigerate thighs in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days.
- To Reheat. Rewarm leftovers in a baking dish in the oven at 350 degrees F or in the microwave.
- To Freeze. Freeze chicken in an airtight freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Meal Prep Tip
Up to 1 day in advance, stir the marinade ingredients together. Refrigerate until you’re ready to add the chicken thighs.
More Ways to Use Cooked Marinated Chicken Thighs
- Pasta. Use this chicken thigh marinade for pasta dishes. It would be delicious paired with Cajun Shrimp Pasta or Avocado Pesto.
- Salad. Asian Cabbage Salad and Grilled Corn Salad are perfect with these chicken thighs.
- Pad Thai. Dice the cooked thighs and add them to Healthy Shrimp Pad Thai.
- Sandwich. Use this marinade and grill the thighs. Then, swap the grilled thighs for the grilled chicken in this Grilled Chicken Sandwich.
What to Serve with Chicken Thighs
Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe
- Citrus Juicer. The easiest way to juice a lime.
- Baking Dish. This is ideal if you want to bake the chicken thighs.
- Grill Pan. Perfect for grilling the thighs on the stovetop.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can marinate chicken for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator. It is OK to marinate chicken thighs overnight using this marinade. I don’t recommend marinating the thighs any longer than 24 hours, as the meat will start to break down.
To make this a spicy chicken thigh marinade, use an additional 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne or add 1 tablespoon of sambal oelek.
Sure! You can swap coconut aminos, tamari, or replace the soy sauce with a little more Worcestershire and kosher salt.
Chicken Thigh Marinade
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Ingredients
- 6 garlic cloves roughly chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- Juice and zest of 2 small limes about 3 tablespoons juice and 1 teaspoon zest
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Instructions
- In a large bowl or large ziptop bag, combine the garlic, oil, honey, soy sauce, Worcestershire, Dijon, cumin, salt, and cayenne, lime juice and zest.
- Add the chicken thighs and toss with the marinade to evenly coat. Marinate the chicken at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 12 hours (I find about 4 to 6 hours is ideal—since this is a small amount of lime juice, you can push to 24 hours if absolutely necessary). Do not let marinate for longer, or the meat will start to break down. Let the chicken stand at room temperature for 15 minutes prior to cooking.
- TO GRILL: When you are ready to cook the chicken, preheat the a gas, charcoal, or indoor grill to medium-high heat (about 400 degrees F). Scrub the grill grates clean. Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess. Oil the grates, then place the chicken smooth-side down. Grill the chicken thighs for 8 to 12 minutes, flipping once halfway through, or until the chicken registers 155 degrees to 160 degrees F at the thickest part when tested with an instant read thermometer (chicken is considered fully cooked through at 165 degrees F, but its temperature will rise as it rests). Transfer to a plate or cutting board, cover, and let rest 5 to 10 minutes. Enjoy warm.
- TO BAKE: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place the chicken in a single layer in a foil- or parchment-lined baking dish large enough to hold it comfortably without the chicken touching. Bake the chicken until it reaches 155 to 160 degrees F on an instant read thermometer inserted at the thickest part, about 15 to 18 minutes. Don't overcook! Cover and let rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- TO STORE: Refrigerate thighs in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days.
- TO REHEAT: Rewarm leftovers in a baking dish in the oven at 350 degrees F or in the microwave.
- TO FREEZE: Freeze chicken in an airtight freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
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Hello, what temperature do you recommend for baking these thighs
in the oven? Thanks.
Hi Connie! Thanks for letting me know, I’ve updated the recipe card!
Whats the quantity of the ingredients for this recipe. Looks soo yum .want try making it but need to know the quantity
Hi Shireen! The ingredients are listed in the recipe card. You can click the “jump to recipe” button at the top of the screen to help you get there.
Hi there, recipe looks delish but you did not include an oven temperature in the “bake” section, just a time, thanks.
Hi Cj, Thanks for letting me know, I’ve updated the recipe card!
what oven temp for chicken thighs
how long to cook
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Hi Alix! ALl of the directions including temperature and bake time are located in the recipe card. You’ll find specific instructions for the grill or oven, depending on your preferred method. Hope you enjoy it!
Absolutely divine! We diced our chicken for skewers and used this marinade. Definitely a keeper.
So happy to hear it Joanne, thank you!
Really liked the seasoning in this marinade! My whole family was a fan when I used it on the grill. Thanks!
Hi Josh! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Can your marinade recipe with chicken breasts?
Hi Helen, I’m sure the marinade would work for any kind of chicken, I just prefer the chicken thigh. Hope you enjoy it!
Youdont give oven temp for baking the chicken!
Hi Amy! Thanks for letting me know, I’ve updated the recipe card!
Another great recipe! Thank you, Erin Clarke! It is definitely a keeper. Well enjoyed after almost forcing myself to make diner tonight. Then I needed all my willpower to stop getting just another piece.
Hi Luba! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Absolutely loved this recipe, even though I didn’t add cayenne. I added cayenne on my plated chicken after grilling as family member doesn’t do “peppers”.
Hi Debe! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Am I missing something? When do you add lime juice and zest? The marinade ends at cayenne(optional) and I can’t find where or when to add lime.
Hi Georgia, sorry about that. You add it in Step 1. I’ll fix that! Thanks!
Another super easy dinner win! We loved these. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Jane! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
I thought this recipe had great potential but the cumin just overwhelms the other flavors. It was still good but I would probably only use one teaspoon in the future to give the other ingredients a chance to shine.
’m sorry to hear the recipe wasn’t to your taste, Crystal. I know it’s disappointing to try a new recipe and not enjoy it, so I truly wish it would have been a hit for you.
Looks good! Would lemon work here instead of lime? Tend to have lemons on hand :)
Thanks!
Hi Katie! If you’d like to use lemons, I’d recommend checking out my Chicken Marinade. It’s equally as delicious as this one!
Lovely. My husband loved it. Marinated for 7 hours and then air fried in my Ninja grill. I will be adding this recipe to my recipe book ( my girls wanted to have our favourite recipes passed onto them)
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Jayne! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
This may be our new go-to marinade for using our new Weber! Wondering if it’d be ok to whip up a bigger batch of marinade and keep it refrigerated longer than a day — or even freeze for a few weeks to have handy for next time?
Hi DeeAnne! I’ve never tried it myself, so you’d be experimenting. If you decide to try it, I’d love to hear how it goes!
Followed your time frame advice on marinating chicken, perfect. Used some same ingredients and boyfriend chef added his own BBQ sauce, baked, delicious 😋
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Jo! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Hi Erin, this is a popular one for us (thank you!) and in a couple of days I am doing it for 9KG of chicken thighs lol. Is there anything in the recipe that you WOULDN’T multiply up by 9 from the 2lb version please?
Hi Ben! I personally wouldn’t leave anything out. If doubling I would add double the marinade, if tripling I would triple the marinade and so forth. Hope this helps!
Hey! I want to make this recipe but I only have chicken breasts, can u still make this?
Hi Beatrix! I haven’t tried it myself, but you likely could. If you decide to experiment, let me know how it goes!
This was a perfect summer grilled dinner. I loved the cumin and the lime! I tried the marinade on steak also, but the chicken was better (I used skinless, bone in)
I serve it with with grilled corn and it was a hit.
Hi Sally! So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for this kind review!
This is a nice departure from the standby recipes
Thanks Anne!
I only have chicken thighs with skin and bones . Is this usable?
Hi James! Yes, that should be fine. Although the time to cook it will be slightly longer. Hope you enjoy it!
This is the first time I used this marinade, and I was hoping to use it on chicken thighs, but I only had chicken breasts. So I sliced the breasts in half, marinated them for about 4 hours,and lightly grilled them. I love this marinade and will use it on chicken and beef. the only modification I made was to cut the cumin a little. But it wasn’t necessary. Really good combination of flavors.
So glad you enjoyed it, Joann!
Yummy. I marinated (8) thighs, grilled them on my outdoor Weber, used (4) for a pasta dinner and fine shredded and froze (4) for another use. I used red pepper flakes 💥 instead of cayenne and was generous with the honey.
Hi Lisa! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Hello Erin,
I made the mistake of getting boned in chicken thighs. How much longer would I cook them?
Also, the skin is on!
Hi Estelle, You’ll need to add at least another 5-10 minutes. Make sure to check the internal temperature of the chicken to see if it is fully cooked. Hope you enjoy it!
Do you leave the marinade on the chicken when you put it in to cook? I wouldn’t think so??
I am a new cook and have so many questions.
Hi Estelle, you will remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess. Hope this helps!
This was an excellent marinade and not too hard to make. We marinated the thighs for about two hours and they tasted great. FYI- We needed to bake our thighs longer than the recommended time.
Hi Marshall! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
The marinade was amazing, better than I expected! I used bone-in and skin-on chicken thighs and added a little extra cook time. Sooo juicy and good!! I will definitely save this recipe to make again in the future, thank you for sharing!!
Hi Freya! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
I would like to make this tonite. The only thing I don’ have is the limes. Can I sub white wine vinegar or should I wait until I get limes?
Hi Joan! I have no idea how this would work with white wine vinegar. (I’ve only tested it the way it’s written.) If you decide to experiment, I’d love to know how it turns out!
Made the marinade last night and grilled the thighs this afternoon. It. Was. Amazing. Thanks for the recipe and guides. We’ll be doing this again for sure!
Hi Sara! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
The chicken was pink still after cooked it for longer than we should’ve
Hi Freddie! It’s normal for chicken thighs to look pink—the temperature of the meat is the best, truest way to know if it’s done.
This is fantastic Erin! I threw together similar ingredients for my makeshift marinade before I found your recipe but the honey and cumin brought it all together. My new go to marinade.
Hi Alex! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Just grilled some marinated thighs, they were great! Had to substitute lemon for limes, since that’s all we had. I can’t wait to try it with limes! I used boneless skinless thighs too, marinated for 30 minutes.
Really like the sweet tang to this marinate.
Hi Willie! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
When adjusting the number of servings, the lime amounts do not alter, it’s the same amount of lime and zest for 2 servings as it is for 6, is this correct?
Hi Wilma! Unfortunately that is something with the recipe card plug-in that I am not able to adjust. For recipe you’ll need about 3 tablespoons juice and 1 teaspoon zest. So if you are doubling you’ll need 6 tablespoons juice and 2 teaspoon zest, if tripling 9 tablespoons juice and 3 teaspoon zest. You might need up to 6 limes but it is hard to say because it will depend on how big they are. Hope this helps!
Just made these thighs in the Air Fryer – OMG best ever loved the combination of flavours. I did substitute Sriracha for the Cayenne – Love your recipes but this marinade really took it up a notch for me.
Hi Aviva! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Absolutely fabulous! Grilled up to savory perfection and was yummy when cold chopped into salad the next day.
Hi Lydia! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
I just started marinating but keen to add herbs (dry). Which herb do you recommend to add?
Hi Tomomi! While I haven’t tested it out myself, rosemary might be a good one. If you decide to experiment, I’d love to know how it goes!
I had high hopes for this, but the marinade was super salty, and was way too heavy on the cumin. My husband wouldn’t even eat it, and I ended up throwing out all but the one chicken thigh I made. Sorry!
I’m sorry to hear you had trouble with the recipe Lynn. Did you use kosher salt? You can always adjust the seasonings to your preference.
Made these last night and this will be my new go to for chicken thighs. Loved how the skin was nice and crispy and chicken was delicious.
Hi Debbie! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
HOT DANG!!! Made this marinade and used boneless skinless chicken thighs, grilled it, and it was a HUGE hit with my family, extended family, and friends! Just made a larger batch, and cooking in the oven this time.
Hi Steven! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
We really enjoyed this marinade! I served it with mashed potatoes and threw a cpl bouillon cubes in the potato water. Then I made a gravy from the leftover marinade by adding some of the potato chicken stock and some diluted corn starch. Served over spinach. It was great! Thank you!
Hi Judy! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Used bone in with skin thighs, and some wings. Grilled them. Delicious.
Hi TW! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
This was the best marinade! My family loved it. My husband loves his Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce on everything. Sometimes marinades compete with that taste, but this one mingled in deliciously. I don’t like BBQ smokey flavor so this was a win/win for us. I doubled the recipe and marinated chicken thighs in one bag and chicken breasts pounded to even thickness in another. for about 2 hours and then brought to room temp before grilling. It was so flavorful and juicy. I cannot thank you enough for this delicious meal!
Hi Becky! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
OMGGGGG this marinade is incredible!!! probably the best chicken I’ve ever made. I had to make a few substitutions due to what I had on hand (used lemon for lime, sweet & spicy mustard for Dijon) & also added a little seasoned pepper, coriander & oregano. Marinated 24 hours, air fried it for 19 minutes on 375, it was a triple batch and there is NO leftovers. Everyone from my 1 year old to my 60 year old dad devoured it. Will definitely be in my regular rotation. Thank you for sharing!!! 💜
YAY, thanks so much Kate!! xo
I BBQ THE THIGHS VERY TASTY, MY FAMILY LOVD THEM
So great to hear, thanks Karen!
This marinade is so good! So much flavor and the instructions for cooking were spot on.
So happy to hear, thank you Jory!
As the description says, simple but delicious!
Great to hear, thanks!
What can I use instead of lemon or lime? I have a family member with an allergy.
Lillian, you’ll want another acid. I’d try 2 tablespoons of white vinegar, red wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar!
Really tasty! I did it in the air fryer with vegetables and potatoes. Cooked the thighs for 20 mins skin side down then turned them over and added vegetables which I coated in oil and added onion powder and paprika, then cooked for a further 20 mins. Was delicious
Glad you enjoyed it, Katie!
What do I do I’m cooking thighs with marinade on…it’s alot. It’s almost cooked. What should I do it doesn’t look like yours. I’m baking.
Hi Deborah, I’m not really sure what you are asking? The marinade needed to be shaken off before cooking. The photos represent them being grilled so if you are baking, it won’t look the same.
I noticed when I was using the button for scaling the recipe up that the amount of lime juice and zest didn’t change, and that the verbal description for the amount of garlic didn’t change, either.
I was happy with the amount of lime for 4lbs of chicken (3 T juice and 1 t zest), but thought 12 cloves of garlic was a bit much so I used the 6 cloves recommended for 2lbs of chicken.
I’ll definitely be using this marinade again!
Hi Mia, that’s correct, the way the lime is written it won’t change but definitely adjust based on the other ingredients. The text doesn’t change either when changing the serving sizes. This is a plugin issue and unfortunately I can’t change it on my end. Glad you enjoyed it!
Easy and delicious marinade! I baked the chicken thighs and they turned out great. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
Thanks Mary!
It was very good. The limes really bumped up the cost of this, but I do think they were necessary. Thanks for a great recipe.
Glad you enjoyed it, Kim!
I’m going to make this marinade tonight. However in the nutritional chart it doesn’t show the sodium content. I’m on a lower sodium diet and will probably substitute the Soy Sauce.
Hi Scott, I stopped including sodium info because it can vary so much depending upon what products you used, and I found a lot of conflicting info online, so ultimately I didn’t feel comfortable publishing it because sometimes it wasn’t even in the ballpark. If you’d like to calculate it yourself, there are lots of free tools online (myfitnesspal.com is popular). I hope that helps!
This is a quick and easy marinade that tastes amazing! I also really appreciate that the volume of ingredients was just right for the amount of meat, which I appreciate… Some other recipes I’ve found online seem wasteful. I will be checking out other recipes on this website.
So happy to hear you enjoyed it, Angela!
This is a delicious marinade. I did find that the amount of cumin called for really overpowered all the other flavors. I will definitely make it again, but use 1 1/2 or just 1 tsp of ground cumin, so that more of the lime taste comes through.
Thanks for the feedback, Kate!
This marinade sounds delicious, but if I would like to make chicken for a room temperature presentation at a picnic would that work with this recipe?
Hi MKD! This marinade works for any chicken you’d like to make. How you serve it, is up to you. Enjoy!
This is our favorite marinade. Absolutely perfect!
Thanks Marci!
My go-to marinade! Everyone in my house loves this.
Great to hear, thank you Christina!
We do this at least once a week and it’s a hit every time. We grill off the thighs and use them in different recipes – Southwest Chicken Salad sandwiches, topping a salad, with a noodle dish and vegetables, … Always a hit.
Thank you!
Just jumping in! I didn’t have limes and I used about 2 tablespoons of white vinegar instead! WOW! So so amazing. We served with corn on the cob, rice, and a salad. The perfect summer meal!!
Glad it worked for you, Chloe! Thank you!
DELICIOUS!!! Savory with a touch of sweet. I will definitely be making this again.
Thank you Julia!
Family loved it. I didn’t have much time to marinate.. just the basic 30 mins. But this is totally hitting the regular dinner list. It was flavorful, moist and tender. Looking forward to having it again!
Thank you!
Amazing! Marinated for three hours and absolutely fantastic!
So glad to hear you enjoyed it, Serin! Thank you!
Absolutely delicious!!!
Thank you Patricia!
Delicious
Thanks Stephanie!
Marinade is good but it took 10 minutes to scroll down through ads and photographs to finally reach the recipe. Frustrating
Glad you enjoyed it, Jo stone! You can always find the measurements in the recipe card listed in the post quickly by clicking the “jump to recipe” button at the top of the post. It helps you navigate to it faster. Hope this helps!
Oh poor Jo shmo had to scroll down to find the recipe . Lol! what a weird world we are living in !
Thanks for the recipe it’s delish!
Thanks Kristen!
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Full of flavor, absolutely delicious! Thank you for this recipe!
Thank you Patricia!
I would make this recipe again
Thank you Deb!
Can I use brown sugar instead of honey?
Hi Claudia, I’ve only tested the recipe as written so it would be hard for me to say for sure, but I think it probably could work. If you decide to experiment with it, let me know how it goes! Hope you enjoy it!
Oh, my gosh this is the Best recipe!!! Made it tonight and was so delicious, a keeper for sure!!!
So glad to hear, thank you Belinda!
Absolutely YUMMY – Followed the recipe exactly. I marinated for an hr, then left on counter 30 min. Grilled. So glad I made enough for leftovers. They made delicious sandwiches the next day. (micro for 30 sec) So good, I’ve sent it to family & friends to try.
Great to hear, thank you Lydia!
I’m sorry to hear the recipe wasn’t to your taste. I know it’s disappointing to try a new recipe and not enjoy it. I (and many other readers) have enjoyed it, so I really wish they would’ve been a hit for you too!
Really liked the marinate. I usually find cumin quite a strong spice so I cut it in half. Otherwise made it just as stated. Still lots of cumin for my taste.
So glad you enjoyed it, James! Thank you!
The marinade was delicious. I used the 2x amount for 2.35 lbs of skinless boneless thighs. I also used lemons instead of limes because that’s what I had on hand. Next time I am going to try it with lime. I let it sit for 1 hour and grilled the chicken on the BBQ
So glad to hear you enjoyed it, Ana! Thank you!
You don’t specify whether thighs are bone-in or deboned.
I’m so confused, Peter because we have it written out twice in the post. Once in the body of the post, and then second is the last ingredient in the recipe card. You can even click the “jump to recipe” button at the top of the screen to help navigate you there quickly. Could you please check again?
Yes – found it. Could be more upfront in my opinion. Maybe in US boneless more common? Thanks for replying.
Hi Peter, the recipe has the ingredients listed in order that you would use them. Since the chicken is the last ingredient, that is why you are seeing it last on the list. But it is written as 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Also, this is just the marinade recipe so the marinade is what we are highlighting in this particular post. Hope this helps!
Very moist and flavorful I will definitely make again as a marinate
So glad you enjoyed it, Margaret! Thank you!
The whole family loved this!
Easy and yummy!!
Thank you!!!
Great to hear, thank you Kendal!
Absolutely wonderful marinade! Flavor was fantastic especially with fresh limes. So much fun to have something so out of the ordinary. I personally have the honey only because I don’t like meat and sweet but just a little bit was a perfect balanced everything else. Thank you
Thank you Lori!
After deciding to look for a new chicken marinade, I found this one. Since I had all the ingredients in hand, I decided to try it. Half way through combining the ingredients, I realized that this recipe was VERY different from my usual marinades. I thought the combination of flavors might be very odd (Dijon mustard and cumin..yikes..what was I doing?) But I decided to keep going. I marinated the chicken for 6 hours before grilling it. Before I warned him that this was a new recipe, my husband remarked after the first bite that the chicken was really delicious. He continued to rave about the flavor for the entire meal. I agreed with him that the marinade made a very tasty, flavorful chicken that was a welcome change from our tried and true favorites. For the first time ever, my husband asked me to keep the recipe and use it again. Well done, Erin. Thanks for a delicious recipe.
Makes me so happy to hear! Thank you RCKPgh!
We absolutely loved it! This chicken dish was easy and fantastic!
Great to hear, Christine! Thank you!
I followed the directions very carefully and baked my thighs in the oven. The cumin completely ruined the flavour for me. I wasted 8 chicken thighs with this recipe.
I’m sorry to hear the recipe wasn’t to your taste, Ryan. I know it’s disappointing to try a new recipe and not enjoy it, but I understand we all have different tastes. I (and many other readers) have enjoyed it, so I really wish they would’ve been a hit for you too!
I baked the chicken thighs in the oven at 425 for the recommended time. Unfortunately, the marinade caramelized in the roasting pan. There was none left to pour over the chicken at the end. it was hard to clean it off the pan. I’m surprised no one else mentioned this as a problem.
I’m sorry to hear you had trouble with the recipe, Eileen. Did you use foil- or parchment paper to line your dish. You would have to make extra marinade if you want excess to pour over the chicken later.
Thank you for your response. Yes, I used foil and parchment. I cooked it a second time but reduced the temperature to 400 degrees. There was plenty of marinade left. I thought it didn’t taste quite as good, but it was a big hit with my guests. Everyone asked for the recipe.
Glad to hear, Eileen! Thanks for the follow-up!
Was delicious. Will be making it again
Thank you Julie!
Seemed a shame to waste the marinade so after removing the chicken for oven baking added cooked onions, carrots and tin of chopped tomatoes to it. Heated it through and served it with the chicken and rice. Yummy x
Great to hear, thank you Kerrie!
Super boring marinade. Disappointed with the flavour.
I’m sorry to hear the recipe wasn’t to your taste, Neil. I know it’s disappointing to try a new recipe and not enjoy it. I (and many other readers) have enjoyed it, so I really wish they would’ve been a hit for you too!
I just made this wonderful reciepe last night for our daughter & son-in-law. It was perfect! I placed the chicken in a pyrex dish and followed the instructions to the letter. Lots of sauce leftover & very healthy (skip the additional salt). Love this recipe! It’s great (and easy) for company,
So glad to hear, thank you Kelly!
Top 5 marinade. I would make this recipe again
Thank you Francis!